If you’re new here, allow me to introduce myself…
I’m Jill Harris—Your Kidney Stone Prevention Nurse
I’ve been a nurse since 1998, starting my career at the University of Chicago. Early on, however, I realized I wanted to do more than care for patients AFTER they landed in the hospital—I wanted to help keep them out of there in the first place.
That realization led me to Litholink Corp, where I spent 12 years learning everything I could about kidney stone prevention. When the company was sold to LabCorp, I remained the Nurse in Residence and Customer Service Director until I felt the nudge to start my private coaching service for kidney stone patients.
But my story isn’t all straight lines and easy wins.
In 2014, I received the gut-wrenching news that I had stage two cancer. After enduring chemo, radiation, and surgeries, my cancer progressed to stage four. Believe me when I say, I understand what it’s like to feel sick, lost, overwhelmed, and bone-tired. I get how hard it is to focus on your health and start a new lifestyle when life has already knocked you down.
Read more about my cancer journey here.
While I was going through treatment, I turned to Facebook looking for groups and support. There were some but not a many. That made me wonder what was out there in terms of solid kidney stone information and support—again, I found a few scattered groups with misinformation and little guidance.
So, lying in bed, I thought, “Well, if it doesn’t exist, I’ll just create it myself!” And that’s how my Kidney Stone Prevention Facebook Group was born. Today, it’s a vibrant community of over 22,000 members where I’m an active moderator, keeping the space safe, supportive, and scientifically accurate.
Join our community here!
Over nearly three decades, I’ve learned that kidney stones can be prevented. My mentor, Dr. Fred Coe, and I developed the Kidney Stone Diet®, a research-based approach that fits into any lifestyle, dietary need, or preference. The diet is built on practical goals that reduce kidney stone risk while keeping life delicious and doable.
Learn more about the Kidney Stone Diet® goals here.
I’m all about providing real, actionable, science-backed information—no fluff, no fad diets, just clear steps to help you take control of your health.
Whether through my weekly newsletter, the hundreds of free videos on my YouTube channel, or personalized coaching, my goal is always to make prevention feel possible (and maybe even a little bit fun!).
I know firsthand how hard it can be to change, but I also know that every small step counts. With patience and time, you, too, can prevent kidney stones. Credible information is critical to making effective change and regaining your health. You’ll find that here.
Watch my Kidney Stone Diet Podcast for tons of free information about the Kidney Stone Diet®. Don’t forget to hit the subscribe button here.
You can also listen on Spotify, Apple Music, and anywhere you listen to podcasts! I keep it practical, easy, and fun because that is what learning should be about.
Thank you for being here—it’s truly an honor to serve you.
Oh! And click here to see what others have said about me over the years.
Your friend and advocate,
Nurse Jill
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